Taiwan in the UN

Last week illustrated two opposing trends: Taiwan lost a diplomatic ally in Nicaragua, but had the spotlight at the U.S. Summit for Democracy.

On the 50th anniversary of the U.N.’s Resolution on Chinese representation, it’s time to rethink Taiwan’s role in the world.

“There is no lack of compelling reasons for Taiwan to play a constructive role in the U.N. system,” writes Joseph Wu.

The “historic” meeting comes amid a growing U.S. campaign to give Taiwan a voice in international bodies.

“Working together for the greater good is how the world will defeat COVID-19,” Taiwan’s foreign minister writes – and Taiwan must be a part of that effort.

Taiwan sent a delegation to the summit’s sideline events even as a new climate index blasted its performance in meeting the emissions targets set by the Paris Agreement.

The principles of inclusiveness and leaving no one behind are key to realizing the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

The United Nations should stand up to external pressures and open its doors to Taiwan.